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MetaSense Inc

Credentialing Specialist

MetaSense Inc, Summit, New Jersey, us, 07902

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Key Responsibilities

Enforce regulatory compliance and quality assurance

Prepare and maintain reports of credentialing activities such as accreditation, membership or facility privileges

Ensure that all information meets legal, federal and state guidelines when processing applications

Responsible for carrying out various credentialing processes in relation to physicians and allied health practitioners

Process applications for initials applicants as well as reappointments (approximately 125-200 quarterly)

Collect and process significant amounts of verification and accreditation information

Maintain and update accurate information in the Echo database (includes education, training, experience, licensure)

Prepare material for Credentials Committee meeting, MEC as well as Board of Trustees meeting

Set up and maintain provider information in Echo

Maintain confidentiality of provider information

Ensure compliance with the Bylaws at each location as it pertains to the credentialing process

Schedule, and on occasion attend and take minutes for site based medical staff department meetings

Process and collect dues for the site based medical staff

Compile and maintain current and accurate data for all providers

Track license and certification expirations for all providers

All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Knowledge of the credentialing process required

Ability to organize and prioritize work and manage multiple priorities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to research and analyze data

Ability to work independently

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Excellent computer skills

Verification of Credentials: Confirm that healthcare providers (e.g., physicians, nurses, therapists) have valid and current licenses, certifications, education, and training. Verify board certifications, malpractice history, and work experience.

Compliance and Regulatory Oversight: Ensure all providers meet the requirements of regulatory agencies, hospitals, and insurance networks. Maintain compliance with standards from organizations such as The Joint Commission (TJC) or NCQA.

Enrollment and Privileging: Manage applications for providers to be enrolled with insurance payers (so they can bill for services). Handle the hospital privileging process, which authorizes providers to perform specific procedures within a facility.

Record Maintenance: Maintain accurate and up-to-date credential files for each provider. Track expiration dates for licenses, certifications, and re-credentialing timelines.

Communication and Coordination: Act as a liaison between providers, HR, medical staff offices, and payers. Communicate with state licensing bodies.

Job Details

Seniority Level: Entry level

Employment Type: Contract

Job Function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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